He Finished Before You Started – Part 2

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He Finished Before You Started

Continued from yesterday.

4. He Removes Obstacles Before You Arrive

In Joshua 6, we see how God brought down the walls of Jericho before Israel even marched around them. Similarly, God clears obstacles and prepares the way for you before you take your next step. Isaiah 45:2 promises,

“I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.”

When you encounter resistance, delays, or closed doors, trust that God is actively at work behind the scenes, paving the way for His purposes to unfold. Keep moving forward in obedience, knowing He has already dismantled anything that could hinder His plan.

5. You Can Rest in His Completed Work

Jesus’ final words on the cross—“It is finished” (John 19:30)—declare the completion of His redemptive work. There’s nothing left for you to add to His salvation, healing, or provision. All you need to do is receive it by faith.

This principle applies to every area of your life. Whether you’re praying for a breakthrough, pursuing a dream, or seeking restoration in relationships, God invites you to rest in what He has already accomplished.

Hebrews 4:10 says,

“For anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.”

Trust that He has already done the heavy lifting—you simply get to partner with Him to see it come to fruition.

God’s timing and methods far exceed our understanding. What feels like an uphill climb to us is merely walking into what He has already completed. Instead of being consumed by worry or doubt, fix your eyes on the Author and Finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2).

As you navigate life’s challenges, seasons of waiting, or moments of uncertainty, remind yourself daily: He finished before you started. His victory is secure, His plans are perfect, and His grace sustains you every step of the way. So move forward with confidence, knowing that the One who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion (Philippians 1:6).

Lean into His strength, trust His process, and watch as He brings to pass what He promised—all because He finished it before you even began.